1.20 Carat Old European-Cut | Shop | Erstwhile Jewelry Co.

This might be the most fantastic ring I have ever scene. Thanks Cup of Jo for hosting a giveaway and pointing me in the direction of another awesome vintage jewelry store.



1.20 Carat Old European-Cut | Shop | Erstwhile Jewelry Co.T

Man I want that car.

Today was a great day because I saw one of these bad boys parked on Lincoln Ave in the Chi. I love a wagoneer. The one I saw was white and pristine in only the way a Wagoneer can be pristine. If I could I would by one of these bad boys and go cross country visiting all of the National Forests on my way. I would also fill the car with lots of rescue dogs and my boyfriend. I mean really, do you need anything else?

Resolving

I would like a credenza-esq piece of furniture. I love this one from Anthropologie. Imagine a crisp white pillar candle on top or an orchid!

There is one aspect of this piece that is severely lacking. All those drawers are not actually drawers. Such a disappointment right? When I see something like this I immediately envision all the paper, beads, and other knick knacks I can neatly tuck away into it.

This piece does have spacious drawers on one side and a cupboard on the other. However, the illusion of those thin drawers (ones I would imagine to be in a printers shop circa 1865) is not enough for me. Don't tease me with those drawer posers, I want the real deal! Also the $1698.00 price tag isn't too appealing either (not including a $250 shipping fee.) Alas, the search continues.

Crafts a plenty!

I did it! Yay, I'm so excited to share with you all the crafts I've been working on this month!

Casey and I don't have a tree, fireplace, or anywhere else cute to decorate. So I decorated our bookshelf! It's the IKEA expedit which we put together ourselves. It was a labor of love because I love it! It's the first thing you see when you walk into our home and I am obsessed with it!


I really wanted our first Christmas to feel special. So I made us both stockings. Here's mine.

Here's Casey's (filled.) I sewed, embrodiered, and adhered everything myself. Casey thinks they are too narrow (and they are) but they're cute.

Here is my favorite. Our Wreath. I made pom poms for my Halloween costume last year so re-purposed the extras for the wreath. It was a little bland so I spiced it up with some tinsel. (extra tinsel was used to decorate the bookcase.)

Another view of the wreath.
I did a watercolor/pen and ink/ pencil drawing of Casey's parents dog, for their Christmas gift. I am pretty happy with it!

Merry Christmas everyone! Safe Travels!

So excited!

Hello Loyal Readers. I know I am up to my old tricks and not posting regularly. I am in full craft mode. Which I will get around to sharing post holidays (unfortunately). However, I did want to drop in and share that tomorrow evening I will be watch one of the best Christmas movies out there. With whom you ask? Why the little lady I babysit for (ahem she is just shy of 6.) I am ecstatic her mother is allowing me to show it to her as there are some choice words and questionable scenes throughout. Alas, I am so glad I get to watch this with her for her first viewing. She is going to be giggling the whole time! That is all for now. Hope everyone is getting their shopping done and staying warm.

Kisses.

Sorry to have another shout out to my home girl...

Alright. Confession. I love Oprah. She is amazing. Lately I am crying every time I watch an episode. Fortunately I have someone who understands. This morning, I had a dream that Oprah called me in for an interview. Upon arriving at Harpo, Oprah herself escorted me to a table where a 90's Mariah Carey and Gayle were seated along with a bunch of other people. I didn't get to find out what I was there for but it was a very pleasant dream.

I had an interview with Harpo once and it definitely did not go as great as my dream. I think the producer felt bad for me and showed me around the studio. I do have a little momento...

Her FAVORITE THINGS (said in Oprah voice)

I was in NYC last weekend and it seems like the week got away from me. Once arriving back in the Chi, I had to work until 4am (which I wasn't expecting.) So today I am finally feeling slightly back on track. This morning I was watching Oprah and was reminded of a great suggestion that came up over the weekend. My bff Nana was kind enough to share her Garnier Anti Puff Eye Roller pen with anyone. I eagerly jumped at every opportunity. It is a magical product. Nana wants to host a favor things party just so she can give one to all her favorite people. I love this idea. I would probably give everyone this...